The Arrest of Norway’s Crown Princess’s Son on Rape Charges
The 27-year-old son of Norway’s Crown Princess has been arrested on suspicion of rape, Norwegian police announced on Tuesday.
Background of Marius Borg Høiby
Marius Borg Høiby was born before his mother, Mette-Marit, married Crown Prince Haakon and became a princess in 2001.
Details of the Allegations
Høiby was arrested for violating the criminal code which concerns “sexual intercourse with someone who is unconscious or for other reasons is unable to resist the act.” Police specified that he is accused of carrying out a “sexual act without intercourse” on a victim who was said to have been unable to resist the act.
The alleged victim is a woman in her 20s who did not know Høiby before she met him on the day of the alleged incident. She was not in a relationship with Høiby.
Høiby was arrested late on Monday night and was being held in a detention center on Tuesday morning. His lawyer denies the allegation.
Additional Charges
NRK reported that Høiby has also been charged with various offenses against five different people, including four women and a man. Three of the women were in a relationship with Høiby, and he has been accused of abuse in close relationships against all three women.
In August, police charged Høiby with assault and criminal damage after a violent incident at an apartment in Oslo that allegedly involved one of the three women. This woman was in a car with Høiby when he was arrested on Monday.
Høiby has also been charged with threatening to kill a man in his 20s.
Response and Support
CNN has reached out to Høiby’s lawyer and the Royal House of Norway for comment on these allegations. Readers seeking support can contact 1800 RESPECT or the National Sexual Abuse and Redress Support Service.
Conclusion
The arrest of Norway’s Crown Princess’s son on rape charges has sent shockwaves through the country. The allegations against Marius Borg Høiby are serious and raise concerns about the behavior of someone with close ties to the royal family. As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on this troubling situation.
FAQ
What are the specific charges against Marius Borg Høiby?
- Sexual act without intercourse on a victim unable to resist
- Assault and criminal damage
- Threatening to kill
Who can provide support for individuals affected by sexual abuse?
Readers seeking support can contact 1800 RESPECT or the National Sexual Abuse and Redress Support Service.